Nicole has been beating up the drums on and off since grade school but had never been in a band. After not playing for 10 years, a chance encounter led her to be asked to join the band Honeyshot in 2000. Since then, she has been gigging and recording with a variety of bands, and also learning the recording aspect of things.

After attending a listening party for the new band of a former bandmate (Veronica), she was asked to take over playing drums.

Often called a female Keith Moon, John Bonham, and Neil Peart, the term "DrumSlayer" suits her just fine. Nicole's influences include Carl Palmer, Bill Bruford, Alan White, Steve Negus, Neil Peart, Prairie Prince, Keith Emerson (she also loves keyboards), School House Rock, and almost any 80s music.

The consummate gear freak, she has 2 drum sets. One she built from raw thin maple shells (her recording set) and her custom leopard-print set for playing out. Nicole is also responsible for all recording. A responsible drummer? Will wonders ever cease?